I left my 6 month old lab with Eden at Sierra dogs for the 4 week board and train. I couldn't have…read morebeen happier with the training and the love that she provided for Blue. He now has a very solid foundation onto which I can continue to build at home. I was initially considering another training place before I found Sierra dogs. Come to find out, not all trainers are created equal, as they were going to use a shock collar on my puppy. I couldn't even believe it! Eden and her employee Jess use a positive training approach....encouraging good behavior with rewards and praise and discouraging the unwanted behaviors by re-focusing the dog back into a desirable behavior. Because Blue lived with her at her clean, puppy-safe home, she not only taught him the basics but also more advanced training like recall and "leave it". She incorporated day-to-day living into his training, teaching him the skills needed to be a generally well behaved 7 month old puppy that actually respects the other small dogs in our household! Her large fenced property allowed for plenty of appropriate play time and socializing with the other Sierra dogs in her care including her own beautiful huskies...Luna, Vesta and Francis. When it was time for Blue to come home, Eden spent a lot of time going over everything and showing us how to continue on with his training at home. I highly recommend Sierra Dogs and will be taking Blue back for boarding the next time we go out of town.

Eden and her team at Sierra Dogs are our top choice for boarding our labradoodle. A stay with…read moreSierra Dogs is akin to a vacation at a first-rate canine playground with plenty of opportunities for physical exercise, mental stimulation and social interaction. We can't help but smile and chuckle while viewing online photos of our pup running at top speed with her dog buddies or taking a break on the deck. Although we miss being apart from our wonderful companion, we are comforted knowing that our dog is supervised while happily frolicking around with dog friends and provided with professional, skilled, and nurturing care. When reunited with our dog, she retains all skills we have instilled and is clean and well-behaved. We are very thankful for Eden and her caring team!

I cannot find words to adequately express the profound gratitude I feel for having found Garrett as…read moreour dog trainer! The transformation he has brought about in my once-aggressive and uncontrollable dog is nothing short of miraculous and has been an immense relief in my life. My deepest desire was for my beloved Rory to be able to interact with other dogs and people, allowing them to see the incredible dog I've always known him to be when we're alone. From our very first session, it was abundantly clear that Garrett possessed an unmatched expertise and a profound understanding of canine behavior. His approach to addressing my dog's aggression was marked by boundless patience, unwavering compassion, and a meticulously tailored training plan that catered to my dog's unique needs. One of the things that truly set Garrett apart for me was his genuine love for animals, something I held in high regard when searching for a trainer. The progress we've witnessed has been nothing short of astonishing. My dog now mingles safely with both people and other dogs, and his overall behavior and obedience have improved beyond my wildest hopes. We've longed for another dog to be his companion for some time but never felt confident that bringing home a new pup would not end badly, with Garrett's help we've joyously welcomed a new puppy into our lives - one that Garrett has also worked wonders with. Witnessing them snuggle together for the first time brought tears to my eyes. Garrett's distinction doesn't lie solely in his exceptional skills but also in his unwavering dedication to both the dog and the owner. He took the time to educate me on how to sustain and reinforce positive behaviors at home, which has proven to be invaluable. As someone who thought they knew dog training from previous experiences but clearly did not as my dog was having so many issues, Garrett helped me recognize subtle behaviors my boy exhibited, enabling me to swiftly intervene and manage his behavior before it could escalate. The trust, the bond, and the transformation Garrett has fostered between my dog and me are genuinely priceless. I wholeheartedly recommend Garrett and his training program. I must also mention his wife, Nikki, who has been equally wonderful and hands-on with our pups. Their love for animals, coupled with their profound understanding and effective guidance, make them the best in the business. To Garrett and Nikki, from the depths of my heart, thank you for bringing about an incredible change in Rory's life and making our lives immeasurably better. Each one of these five stars is richly deserved, and then some!

I have two GSP's under the age of 1 and an old German Shepard that I rescued in the last year…read more Garrett has been an unbelievable resource. He came out to my property for a session with each of my dogs and trained me on how to successfully ecollar train my pups and gave me tools, resources and confidence to do the work with my dogs. We are only at the beginning of our journey, but I'm so excited about the progress that we have made in a short amount of time and I'm looking forward to continue working with the Ridley K9 Academy.

I'm disappointed to leave such a poor rating. I was really looking forward to getting my dog in…read moreagility here. My review is not for the classes but just the overall customer service. I signed my dog up online for agility 2 weeks before the class was scheduled to start. I did not receive any receipt or confirmation, but the money was withdrawn from my account. I did not hear anything from Competition Canine so I went ahead and called the day before his class was set to start, just so I could confirm. The person on the phone informed me that the class was cancelled! And was not even apologetic. They told me that the trainer was supposed to reach out and they would have her reach out to me. That would have been nice to know that the class was cancelled, I don't think it's too much to send out a simple email or text message. I'm just glad I didn't drive all the way out there to show up to a cancelled class. Well another week goes by and they finally let me know via email that I can sign up for another class or get a refund. I responded to their email asking for specifics regarding the other class that they had available as an option. I did not hear anything back. So another week goes by and at this point I'm not interested in their business so I send them another email asking for a refund for the class. I still have not heard anything back! I had to contact my bank to dispute the charge due to Competition Canine's negligence or just lack of customer service. I just don't understand how they can run a business like this. Not only were they incredibly inconsiderate of my time (if a class is cancelled that's ok, but just let me know), but to withdraw the money from my account and not respond to my inquiries? Seems fraudulent to me...I'd rather go elsewhere where there is real and considerate communication.

Ann and her team are amazing. We have a 11 month old very active lab who we've not had great…read moresuccess training until we met Ann and her team. The change in our puppy has been nothing short of amazing. He's now well behaved and so much calmer. We've also enrolled him obstacle training and with such exuberance from our puppy, he is excelling. Cannot say enough about how much we love competition canine.

I have a one year-old Cane Corso named Venus. Bill was amazing with Venus. I did the two week board…read moreand train and now I am going through my own training with Bill and Venus. He is very patient and communicative. He has really made Venus come out of her shell. And I am so excited to see her more confident. I want Venus to not react and to come to me when situations arise rather than handling it herself. And with Bill's help, I am also gaining the confidence to be able to handle Venus.

We brought our golden retriever to Sierra K9 Academy because we were having a very difficult time…read moreat home. He had become aggressive toward one of our other dogs, which was creating a great deal of stress and tension in our household. In addition, he was not consistently responding to basic commands, making the situation even more challenging to manage safely. Bill took the time to understand exactly what was happening and provided us with clear, practical guidance on how to address our dog's behavior. Through his training, our dog became much more responsive to commands, calmer in the home, and easier to manage around our other dogs. We saw a noticeable improvement not only in his obedience, but also in his overall behavior and temperament. After the two week board-and-train program was complete, we also continued with weekly sessions for additional training and support. Those follow-up sessions were incredibly valuable in reinforcing what our dog had learned, answering our questions, and helping us stay consistent at home. That ongoing guidance made a meaningful difference in maintaining his progress and continuing to build better behavior over time. What stood out to us just as much was how passionate and knowledgeable Bill is about training. It is clear that he genuinely cares about helping both dogs and their owners succeed, and he brings a great deal of experience and understanding to the process. He was patient, confident, and always willing to explain the reasoning behind the training, which made us feel comfortable, informed, and supported throughout the entire experience.

Cherie is a great trainer. Took puppy classes and then private lessons. Cherie is patient and…read moreknowledgeable.

What a wonderful experience! We have a young Golden Retriever who was scared, anxious, and avoidant…read moreof people outside our home and was not living her best life. We felt stuck on how to help her. Thankfully, we found Cherie! With her knowledge and understanding, she was able to help us give Rosie the confidence she needed to come alive fully! It's safe to say the Rosie we love at home the world would get to love because of what Cherie helped us learn and how to lead Rosie. Dog training is human training, so get ready to do the work! If you want to help your dog with behavior issues or obedience, Cherie is the person to call. We are thankful to know we have someone that can help us. This is just the beginning; we learned much and look forward to continuing our journey. Rosie's future just got brighter and bigger. We can thank Cherie for her guidance! 10 out of 10 recommend!

Excited to have a Petco so close! They are still filling up the pet spaces but they do have some…read moreanimals and fish! The store is small but it has a lot of choices for supplies!

Customer service Was unable to get online delivery order…read morefrom Petco Was never delivered by DoorDash not allowed to pick up in person, unless I want to repurchase everything I will never go back

Aaron has been awesome, we have worked with him for training and bonus he's our dog walker (I know…read moremy dogs are being walked correctly). We have three dogs in our household, mine being two puppies. He's very knowledgeable and customizes your training to your dog and lifestyle. He's incredibly professional and talented at what he does. We will be continuing with a second 6 week training package for the puppies to continue learning new skills!

Aaron and Deb are wonderful with our beloved pups both for dog sitting and for training. Literally…read morecould not be happier with the outcomes.

I can't recommend Uncle Matty enough! From the very first session, it was clear he had a deep…read moreunderstanding of dog behavior and a genuine passion for training. He took the time to assess my dog's needs and tailored a training plan that worked perfectly for us. When we began with Uncle Matty, my dog was afraid of cars, dogs, vacuum cleaners and rolling trash cans. Within just a few sessions, I noticed a marked improvement in his behavior. I am happy to say, our dog has mastered nearly all his fears! Uncle Matty is a straight shooter. He will tell you things you may not want to know about your dog. Nobody wants to hear that, but I can tell you, he is right! He knows how to address even the most difficult situations with love and praise. Now our walks are more enjoyable, and my dog listens so much better. I can even confidently take him to outdoor restaurants and other places dogs are welcome. If you're looking for a skilled, compassionate, and professional trainer, Uncle Matty is worth a good long look.

This man is a swindler Do not pay him anything…read more He charged me $5000 to train my dog He promised me that by the time he was done with training, my dog wouldn't run off anymore Not so What a rip off

We had Anna out for our first session yesterday. She was AMAZING. Our dogs learned so much in…read morejust one session - but also, so did us humans. We've always had door greeting chaos. She showed us the best ways to work on calming things down when visitors arrive, and also provided ways our children can help be involved training - and making sure our dogs are responding to small children in appropriate ways. She had so much knowledge to share, and seemed to pick up on their personalities very quickly. I am so grateful we were able to get on her calendar so quick after her year of traveling. We will definitely be referring her to anyone we know looking for a dog trainer. Hank and Waffles look forward to their next session.

Anna was seriously the best! We have peen putting off training our little pittie puppy who we love…read moreto pieces, but isn't the best behaved dog (jumps, barks, doesn't listen, is scared of a lot of stuff), and we were nervous we had waited too long. Anna gave us so many tools that our girl ACTUALLY responded to. She brought out the sweet dog that we see all the time, but others don't because of how excited and anxious she gets over everything. We learned a ton about reading body language and how to help build our dogs confidence so she can enjoy more of this world. Anna was super funny and was constantly teaching us things about our dogs and how to read them and reminding us that we are doing good! Not once did we feel judged or insecure about anything. we look forward to our next training session!

Absolutely exceptional breeder!…read more I got my second Mini Aussie from LLA about 3 years ago and am about to get another - absolutely can't recommend them enough. In an industry where there are a lot of poor breeding practices, especially with what has become a popular breed, it becomes so important to make sure you have a really reputable breeder. LLA's professionalism, genuine love for their dogs, and commitment to responsible breeding are exceptional. Having owned Mini Aussies now for 18 years, I'm super picky about where I get my dogs! They really put the welfare of their puppies above all else when selecting adopters and I love that they don't dock their dog's tails as well as provide Volhard testing results so you can really match the right drive dog for your family and lifestyle. To sum up, I highly recommend Lucky Little Aussies for anyone seeking a trustworthy and dedicated Toy/Mini Aussie breeder.

Ashley is wonderful and I highly recommend her and Lucky Little Aussies. She truly cares about…read moregetting the right puppy to the right family. Her process is thorough and methodical which really ensures for a more positive pairing of families! We couldn't be happier with our puppy Perkins. P.S that 1 star review by Jasmine is absolutely bogus. Religion has nothing to do with the adoption process. She's a very angry person that has nothing better to do than harass Lucky Little Aussies. Check out the FB reviews if you want the full story.